Olevo Infusion is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Olevo Infusion has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olevo Infusion. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olevo Infusion as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Olevo Infusion go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Olevo Infusion's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Olevo Infusion related warnings talks about Olevo Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olevo Infusion is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Olevo Infusion have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Olevo Infusion have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olevo Infusion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olevo Infusion is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Olevo Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Olevo may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Olevo again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Olevo Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Olevo. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Olevo Infusion on the Kidneys?
Olevo rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olevo Infusion on the Liver?
Olevo is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Olevo Infusion on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Olevo for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olevo Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olevo Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Olevo Infusion is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Olevo Infusion. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Olevo Infusion is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olevo Infusion cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olevo Infusion
When consumed with certain foods, Olevo Infusion may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olevo Infusion
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Olevo Infusion at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Take Olevo as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, you can take Olevo for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Avoid taking Olevo along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Olevo is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Discontinuing Olevo on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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